Beyond the Blooms: The Business of Floral Design with Hope Sword of Pigsty Studio || Ep 16

Join Tara Miller for an inspiring and down-to-earth conversation with Hope, the creative genius behind Pigsty Studio, a celebrated floral and landscape design firm. They dive into Hope's journey from a corporate job to building a business featured in Vogue, discuss the power of integrity, and share insights on finding inspiration and running a creative company. This episode is a must-listen for any creative entrepreneur looking to turn their passion into a thriving business. Listeners will discover: From "Beer Money" to Vogue: The story of how a college side-hustle, fueled by passion and a friend's encouragement, blossomed into a high-profile design studio. The Power of Legacy: Learn how a botanically-minded family and an entrepreneurial father instilled the values of hard work and integrity that guide her business today. The Art of the Hustle: How Hope used creative bartering (trading flowers for gym memberships and meals!) to build her business in the early days. Integrity Over Everything: Why being trustworthy and upfront is the key to building lasting client relationships and a sterling reputation. Finding Inspiration Everywhere: From the gardens of Versailles to the curated world of Instagram, Hope shares where she finds creative fuel. The Tools of the Trade: A peek into the systems and team structure that allow Pigsty Studio to execute everything from weekly accounts to large-scale international weddings. This episode is brimming with practical advice, heartfelt stories, and the motivation to build a business that is both successful and authentic. Don't forget to Subscribe to The Details Podcast for more inspiring stories and business advice!   Connect with The Heartland Interior Design: Follow on Instagram for daily inspiration and project updates: @the_heartland Explore our portfolio and services at our website: The Heartland Interior Design Follow The Details Podcast: Follow The Details Podcast on Instagram: @TheDetailsPod Subscribe to The Details Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHeartland Connet with Pigsty: Follow Hope on Instagram for stunning floral inspiration: @pigsty Explore the portfolio at their website: pigsty.co